Madeira Beach Fishing Charters

Get out there and get fishin' with Captain Scott, an expert fisherman and one of the top guides out of Holmes Beach, FL! On this trip, you can do it all, from trolling to bottomfishing, and go home with a full cooler and some amazing memories. On this trip, you'll troll for fast fish like King and Spanish Mackerel, sight cast for cruising Cobia, or hit the reefs to bottom fish for Gag Grouper, Black Grouper, Mutton Snapper, and more! These fish are a blast to catch, and all make great table fare as well. Captain Scott is great with kids and people who are new to fishing, so there's no experience required to have a great time on this trip. However, if you're a seasoned angler, Scott also have a bunch of tips and tricks to improve your fishing skills! On the day of the trip, you'll head out aboard Captain Scott's 25' Chris-Craft center console, a fast and versatile boat perfect for a comfortable and productive trip. She's equipped with a 250-HP Yamaha engine, so you'll be on the hot fishing spots in no time! This boat also features standard electronics, so there's no need to worry about finding fish. Captain Scott will bring everything you need for a perfect day, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. To maximize your experience on the water, remember to bring a pair of polarized sunglasses, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. Read More

Head out with Captain Alex for a day full of fishing fun and making memories hammering the inshore and nearshore waters around Ponce Inlet. Exploring the inshore you can target Trout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more, and venturing out into the nearshore water passed the inlet opens the door to Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Hogfish, Permit, and more. The boat is a 1998 22-foot Hydrasport that has had a lot of work done in the past few years. Re-Powered by a 2015 200HP Suzuki 4 stroke. The boat is kept clean and well maintained. Equipped with some of the best gear and tackle you will need for a safe, successful, and fun-filled day on the waters around Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, and Palmetto, Florida with Captain Alex. Captain Alex like fish 4 anglers at a time just so lines don’t get tangled. Captain Alex specializes in light tackle fishing and will take care of your licenses, bait, tackle, ice, and a cooler to store your catch. He will also clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip. Read More

Get out there and enjoy a fun, laid-back light tackle sportfishing trip on beautiful Tampa Bay. On this trip with Captain Wade, you'll be going after classic species including snook, redfish, seatrout, and more! There are multiple options for your adventure, so you can find what's best for you. On the three-hour charter, you'll get a great introduction to Tampa Bay and have time to catch multiple species of fish. This is ideal for visitors, first-timers, couples, seniors, or parents with kids, young or old. Of course, you'll be treated to professional, family-friendly service and courteous expert instruction. Four hours provides a greater opportunity to cover a larger area of Tampa Bay and catch more fish. Many people find this amount of time ideal for entertaining friends, clientele or hosting bachelor parties. Have a blast, while competing to see who catches the biggest fish or most fish. Six hours is highly recommended to maximize your fishing adventure on Tampa Bay. This charter is ideal for avid anglers, and enthusiasts looking to hone their inshore angling skills. Experience fishing numerous grass flats, mangrove shorelines, oyster beds, creeks and back-bays. No matter the adventure you select, you'll have a great time fishing with Captain Wade! He provides premium spin, fly or plug fishing tackle such as G-Loomis, Penn, Sage and Tibor. Live-bait, flies, artificial lures, ice, bottled drinking water and sunscreen lotion is also provided. He will also fillet, bag, and ice your catch, should you decide to keep some fish for lunch or dinner! His 24' Sheaffer is an ideal boat for fishing this inshore environment and was refurbished in 2022 with brand-new electronics and motor. Get out there and enjoy all that Tampa Bay has to offer! Afishionado, "Always an Adventure." Read More

On this trip with Captain Ray, you'll target Redfish, Snook, and Speckled Trout on light tackle! This is classic Tampa Bay fishing, where you can explore inshore mangrove channels and nearshore waters with ease. The type of fish you'll be targeting will be determined by the time of year. Most trips are geared towards catching a trophy Snook or Redfish. When summer comes around, the focus changes to targeting trophy Tarpon along the beaches. Captain Ray also targets other species like including Trout, Black Drum, Mackerel, Flounder, Tripletail, Permit, Pompano, Snapper, Grouper and Cobia! This trip is extremely flexible and can be catered to your preferences! Captain Ray will launch anywhere from Clearwater to Sarasota if the fish are there. Make sure to stay in contact with him in the days leading up to the trip to discuss what meet up location works best for you. Read More

Book your exciting Half Day charter either a morning trip or afternoon. Our fast 34' Foot Sea Vee w/Triple 300's will give you more fishing time than any other boat in Clearwater. "Fast Boat, More Fishing" We can take you trolling offshore targeting Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, or we can target Snapper, Hogfish and Amberjack. "You choose your fishing trip" let's make some memories of a lifetime. Want to fish more? add more time for $200 an hour. #noslowboats #morefishing Read More

Captain George has been fishing the waters of the St. Petersburg/Tampa Bay area for over 42years and has been professionally guiding for 25 years. He welcomes all from the novice angler to the professional angler. Trips with Capt. George are family friendly but are also good for entertaining business clientele, birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties. We will fish Tampa Bay and its flats and backwater areas. We will always put you in protected waters on windy days to make sure you are in calm waters having a great time. There is a wide variety of fish in Tampa Bay that can be tailored to what you are after, whether it is dinner or just sportfishing catch and release, we customize the trip for you. The main species that we target are snook, redfish, trout and mangrove snapper but we also catch shark, spanish mackerel, sheepshead, cobia and more! The 4 hour trip is a great trip to get out there and have plenty of time to experience the great fishing that Tampa Bay has to offer. This trip is great for the novice to the average angler who doesn't want to be out there to long but still have fun catching plenty of fish. The 6 hour trip is for the angler that just can't get enough and wants to maximize their day of fishing. This trip will give the fishing fanatic plenty of time to get their fishing fix in! Also your picture could end up on a show or in magazines if you would like that. Captain George co-hosts Fishing Adventures Florida which streams on 5 channels plus YouTube, he also co-hosts Florida West Coast Fishing Report Live Monday nights on Facebook and he writes for Coastal Angler Magazine and Onshore Offshore Magazine. So there is a good possibility that you could be slightly famous after a trip with Capt. George if you would like your photo featured on one of these platforms. Read More

We will target Red grouper, snapper of all sorts, blackfin tuna, wahoo and a variety of other fish Read More

This trip is for experienced anglers who want to master inshore fishing techniques and have a shot at the famous "inshore slam" (snook, redfish, trout) or to fill the cooler with fish to eat. Target Redfish, Snook, Trout, Grunts, Mackerel, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, and Grouper. Captain Jason spends all his free time on the water learning fish habits and movements so you can go straight to the fish on the day of your trip. If you have a goal in mind for the day, Captain Jason is more than happy to try and chase down your next trophy, but he is also privy to which species are bitting best, and can help set expectations for you at the dock by providing expert advice on what tactics and species will be best to target that day. You'll be fishing from Captain Jason's 22' Pathfinder powered by a 200HP Yamaha ProV. With the ability to glide through 12 inches of shallow water or head 9 miles offshore, the world is your oyster when you head out, as Captain Jason is able to target fish far off the beaten path. It comfortably fits 4 passengers plus the captain. Its most notable feature is the 10 foot custom scouting tower, which gives Captain Jason the advantage to scout fish from over 40 feet away! This fishing machine comes rigged with a 9" Garmin navigation system, 24V Minnkota iPilot trolling motor, and 2 live wells. And there is dry space to store your personal belongings and a cooler on board to keep your food and drinks cold for the day! All of Captain Jason's trips depart from Wet Lines Bait & Tackle on Seminole Street in Clearwater. You will meet him there where he'll have the boat in the water, loaded with all necessary bait, tackle, and fishing licenses for an epic day of fishing. He will have a cooler filled with ice to keep all of your food and drinks cold. If you plan on keeping your catch, the captain will fillet and bag it for you as well. Captain Jason recommends you bring any food and drink (especially water!) you would like to enjoy on your fishing adventure. Bring what you need to be comfortable outdoors for the length of your trip. Basic items to consider bringing based upon season and weather are sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, rain jacket, windbreaker, sweatshirt, etc. Captain Jason will also be in touch with you the day before your charter to make sure you are properly prepared for your saltwater adventure! Read More

Run offshore cruising at 45 mph in search of monster grouper and snapper Read More

The sunny waters off of Holmes Beach, FL are home to some of the best nearshore gamesfish species, and you'll be able to take a shot at all of them on this trip with Captain Taylor! Drop your lines down towards underwater structure and reefs for Black and Gag Grouper, Mutton Snapper, and Hogfish, then get ready to battle these tough fish to the surface. Not only do these fish make great trophies, but they're also excellent table fare! To get at these bottom-dwelling species, you'll be dropping your bait and lures deep and jigging to get their attention. Captain Taylor knows how to put you on the fish, but once you're hooked up, it's your strength, stamina, and skill versus some of the brawniest fish that the Gulf has to offer. You'll also have chances to troll for Kingfish and cast out for Cobia, depending on the season and conditions. You'll be fishing from the deck of Taylor's 24' Century center console—an ideal vessel for these waters. Captain Taylor will come prepared with everything you need for a successful and comfortable charter. He'll supply the rods, reels, bait, tackle—and most importantly, his expertise! To maximize your experience, bring proper clothing, a hat, polarized sunglasses, a camera and sunscreen. Read More

Get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience in Manatee County, FL on this trip with Captain Noel! You'll be on board his 23' Hanson center console, hunting down inshore sportfish such as Redfish, Snook, Flounder, Trout, and more! Captain Noel is a local expert with years of experience fishing the inshore waters around Bradenton, FL, and he knows the best spots to catch a variety of fish. With his expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to reel in some truly impressive catches—possibly even a new personal best! But it's not just about the fishing; Captain Noel will share his knowledge of the local waters and wildlife, pointing out different marine species such as manatees, dolphins, and sea turtles that may be swimming nearby. He'll also take you to the most scenic spots where you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico. Don't miss out on the fishing trip of a lifetime with Captain Noel! Get out there for an action-packed day of inshore fishing, fun, and adventure in Bradenton, FL. Read More

Legendary for their power and size, Marlin, Sailfish, and other Florida billfish are elusive, grand creatures, the ultimate prize in high-octane offshore sport fishing. Epic adventure calls to those who dare to venture into the plunging and prolific. Catching and encountering Sailfish is a thrilling fishing experience, and it's a beautiful fish that provides amazing fights for even the most experienced fisherman. Our expertise – the right fishing rods and reels, great bait, location, expertise, and lots of patience to catch. If you're looking for that next level fishing trip, you've come to the right spot. Our 48' Convertible Pro Tournament Series Yacht vessel is operated under the direction of the exorbitantly credentialed Pelagic Expert Captain and 1st Mate. WE are SUPER excited to offer this HIGHLY DESIRABLE LIMITED BUCKET LIST opportunity. You'll be riding out aboard a beautifully maintained 48ft Pro Tournament Series Yacht vessel is equipped with duel inboard high performance engines and a deep-v that get you to and from the fishing grounds quickly and safely. This vessel’s ride has a reputation in the fishing community as being one of the smoothest and driest on the water. These trips benefit from the Contender’s ability to minimize the amount of time cruising and maximize the amount of time spent fishing. You will depart from the beautiful Tierra Verde Marina Resort in St. Pete. Along side mega yachts and classy sportfishing vessels. Captain & 1st Mate will help load your gear aboard the boat and ensure you are comfortable and properly briefed for your day before you depart. Suggest that you arrive 30 mins prior to departure time for all trips aboard his boats to ensure your Captain has enough time to get all your gear onboard and properly orient you on the day ahead! His boat is docked at the Tierra Verde Resort Marina but if you are looking to get picked up from a nearby location, Captains are often more than happy to accommodate! All fishing essentials are provided along with a cooler with ice and water. Bring your own lunch and beverages, and a small personal cooler is fine as well. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE ARE PARAMOUNT! We Deliver The Results & Exceed Expectations! Equipped with all the possible federal permits, credentials, and years of on the water experience, Captain Master Licensed and 1st Mate both highly experienced Professional Anglers are here to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to ensure you have an incredible experience! Read More